MDT has provided an increase in the capacity of your Howa Mini. They’ve released a straight fit, aluminum-reinforced, polymer 10-round magazine for all three calibers of Howa Mini rifle: .223, 7.62, and 6.5.
It’s a double stack, single feed (DSSF mag) that weighs just a little more than 1/3 of a pound. Thanks to front and rear mag catches, the new mags are compatible with any MDT chassis and most other aftermarket stocks and chassis.
These also enable the mags to be used with MDT’s “Howa Mini Bottom Metal” (which features a rear mag latch that helps a lot with reloading).
Speaking of which…
The MDT Aluminum Bottom Metal is a bolt-on upgrade meant to replace the factory’s polymer version.
This increased rigidity provides a better platform for torquing action screws down (i.e., harder to crack it). It also moves the mag latch to the rear of the magazine, eliminating the problem of accidental mag releases caused by manipulation of the forend. This provides a secondary benefit by enabling a more natural, efficient reload. It will fit all Howa Mini Factory Stocks and is designed specifically for use with the MDT Howa Mini Straight Fit Magazine.
This brings us back around to…
Howa Mini 10-Round Mag Details
- Compatible with all Howa Mini factory stocks
- Compatible with all Howa Mini MDT Chassis
- Nylon polymer body
- Anodized Aluminum feed lips
- Available in 6.5 Grendel
- Available in .223
- Available in 7.62×39
- 10-round capacity (all calibers)
